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Volvo C30 Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia

Volvo C30 Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News in Australia

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$8,140

The Volvo C30 launched in 2006 as the brand’s first compact hatchback aimed at younger buyers. Based on the S40 sedan platform, it stood out with its three-door body and distinctive glass tailgate inspired by the classic P1800ES. The Volvo C30 was sold globally and competed with premium small hatches such as the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series.

A major facelift arrived in 2009 with updated styling, a refreshed cabin, and a broader engine range. Performance variants like the Volvo C30 T5 gained attention, while overseas markets also saw a limited Polestar concept tuned for higher output. Production continued until 2013, but no direct successor was released as Volvo shifted focus toward larger SUVs and electrification.

Today the Volvo C30 holds a niche place in the brand’s history as a rare compact offering. It is remembered for its design and individuality, with used examples attracting buyers seeking something different in a small European hatch.

The line-up currently starts at $8,140 for the C30 T5 S and ranges through to $16,060 for the range-topping C30 T5 R-Design.

9.4L/100km (combined)
Hatchback
5 Speed Automatic
Premium Unleaded Petrol
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Overview
Likes
Fuel economy
Sound systems
Cabin and style connectivity
Dislikes
Chuggy engine noise
Manual only
No spare tyre

Volvo C30 FAQs

Stylish car for $15k?

With your budget you would be looking at a 2010/2011 VW Beetle, which had a regular automatic transmission and not the troublesome DSG that was fitted in later models. That’s a big tick for the Beetle. The Citroen C3 is a decent car, but an orphan in the sense that there weren’t many sold and you won’t find a dealer on every corner. As for the BMW, they’re too expensive to service and repair if you use a dealer, and they have too many niggling issues that spoil the great driving experience. The Subaru Impreza is well worth looking at, but my pick of that bunch would be the Volvo C30.

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Volvo can not receive the AM band

I'd take the deal and get on with my life. The company has shown good faith in offering to replace the radio at a much reduced price and the car is three years old and out of warranty.

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C30 intercooler protection

I'm sure your dealer could rig up a guard without too much difficulty to protect the cooler. If not try a Volvo specialist.

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Volvo C30 Wheel Size

The Volvo C30 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 205x50 R17 for Hatchback in 2013 with a wheel size that spans from 7x17 inches.
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Volvo C30 Pricing & Specs

The price range for the Volvo C30 varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $8,140 and going to $16,060 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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Volvo C30 Dimensions

The dimensions of the Volvo C30 Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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Volvo C30 Fuel consumption

The Volvo C30 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel and PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 3.9L/100km for Hatchback
*Combined fuel consumption
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Volvo C30 Towing Capacity

The Volvo C30 has maximum towing capacity of 1500kg for the latest model available.
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